The Diner's Dictionary: Word Origins of Food and Drink

by John Ayto

Hardcover, 2012

Status

Call number

Reference - Culinary -- AYT

Call number

Reference - Culinary -- AYT

Tags

Reference--Culinary

Publication

Oxford University Press, USA (2012), Edition: 2, Hardcover, 416 pages

Description

From absinthe to zabaglione, 'The Diner's Dictionary' is a mouth-watering collection of food and drink terms, explaining their meaning and origins. Covering basic ingredients and traditional dishes, as well as exotic delicacies, this book will delight all those who want to discover more about what they eat and drink.

Subjects

Beverages Dictionaries
Cookery Dictionaries
Food Dictionaries

Language

English

Physical description

416 p.; 5.71 inches

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